Nutella Swirl Banana Bread is a moist, tender loaf packed with sweet banana flavor and rich ribbons of Nutella swirled throughout. This twist on classic banana bread brings a decadent touch to every bite—perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. It’s easy to make and impossible to resist!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

Uses simple pantry ingredients and overripe bananas
Rich Nutella swirls throughout for bursts of chocolatey flavor
Moist, fluffy, and perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert
Aesthetically beautiful with eye-catching swirls

Ingredients Breakdown

Wet Ingredients:

Ripe Bananas (3, mashed): Provide natural sweetness, moisture, and flavor.
Unsalted Butter (½ cup, melted): Adds richness and a soft texture.
Granulated Sugar (1 cup): Sweetens the loaf and balances the bananas.
Large Eggs (2): Bind the ingredients and add structure.
Vanilla Extract (1 tsp): Enhances the banana and Nutella flavors.

Dry Ingredients:

All-Purpose Flour (1½ cups): Forms the structure of the bread.
Baking Soda (1 tsp): Gives the bread a light rise and fluffy texture.
Salt (½ tsp): Balances the sweetness and enhances flavor.

Swirl Layer:

Nutella (½ cup): Adds rich, chocolate-hazelnut swirls and a gooey contrast to the moist banana bread.

Tips and Tricks:

Use very ripe bananas (lots of brown spots) for the best flavor.
Warm Nutella slightly in the microwave to make it easier to swirl.
Don’t over-swirl or you’ll lose the marbled effect.
Let the bread cool fully for clean slices.

Variations and Customizations:

Add Chocolate Chips: Stir in ½ cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips for extra decadence.
Nut-Free Option: Use a chocolate spread alternative that’s nut-free.
Add Nuts: Fold in chopped walnuts or pecans for added texture.
Gluten-Free: Use a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour.

Pairing Suggestions:

Serve warm with a pat of butter or a drizzle of extra Nutella.
Pair with coffee, espresso, or a vanilla latte for a cozy breakfast.
Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a dessert version.

Storage Instructions:

Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Refrigerator: Keeps for up to 1 week—let slices come to room temp before serving.
Freezer: Wrap individual slices and freeze for up to 2 months.

Nutella Swirl Banana Bread

Author: easysweetmeal
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Yield: 1 loaf (8–10 slices) 1x

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Description

Moist banana bread swirled with rich Nutella for a decadent twist. Easy to make, impossible to resist—perfect for breakfast or dessert!

Ingredients

Scale

3 ripe bananas, mashed
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup Nutella (or any chocolate hazelnut spread)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven

Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with non-stick spray or line it with parchment paper.

2. Mix the Wet Ingredients

In a large mixing bowl, combine mashed bananas and melted butter.
Stir in granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and well-blended.

3. Combine the Dry Ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.

4. Make the Batter

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the banana mixture.
Stir just until combined—do not overmix.

5. Add Nutella Swirl – Layer 1

Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
Drop spoonfuls of Nutella over the batter.
Use a butter knife to gently swirl the Nutella into the batter.

6. Add Second Layer

Pour the remaining batter on top.
Add more spoonfuls of Nutella and swirl again.

7. Bake

Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
If the top begins to brown too quickly, loosely tent with foil after 40 minutes.

8. Cool and Serve

Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
Transfer to a wire rack and cool completely.
Slice and enjoy!

Notes

This banana bread is best enjoyed within the first 48 hours for maximum softness and flavor.
It makes a beautiful homemade gift or a delicious addition to any brunch spread.
For a bakery-style finish, sprinkle coarse sugar or crushed hazelnuts on top before baking.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American